Freeport Perfume Factory

The Freeport Perfume Factory, officially known as Fragrance of the Bahamas Ltd., is a historic establishment on Grand Bahama that has been operating since the late 1960s. It is housed in a beautifully restored mansion that reflects the elegance of Bahamian colonial architecture. This boutique factory specializes in producing fragrances using extracts from local flora, such as hibiscus, jasmine, and frangipani, employing traditional distillation methods. A unique feature of the factory is the interactive experience, where visitors can blend and bottle their own custom scents under the guidance of master perfumers. Production is carried out in small batches to ensure the high quality and exclusivity of the perfumes, which are distributed to international markets. Beyond manufacturing, the factory serves as an educational center highlighting the history of perfume-making in the Caribbean and the botanical diversity of the region. The estate is surrounded by lush gardens that showcase the very plants harvested for their aromatic oils. The factory is a cornerstone of Freeport's local economy and tourism, blending artisanal craftsmanship with the island's natural heritage.

Nearby cities

Freeport

A city and free trade zone located on Grand Bahama island.

Freetown

A settlement on Grand Bahama, east of Freeport.

West End

The oldest town on Grand Bahama and the island's capital.

McLean's Town

The easternmost settlement on the island of Grand Bahama.

Pelican Point

A small coastal settlement on Grand Bahama.

Rocky Point

A remote fishing community in eastern Grand Bahama.

History & landmarks

Port Lucaya Marketplace

The largest shopping, dining, and entertainment center on Grand Bahama.

Gardens of the Groves

A beautiful botanical garden in Freeport with waterfalls and native wildlife.

Lucayan National Park

A park on Grand Bahama featuring one of the longest underwater cave systems.

Great Isaac Lighthouse

A historic cast-iron lighthouse surrounded by numerous ghost stories.

Bimini Road

Underwater rock formation that some believe is part of Atlantis.

Dolphin House Museum

A unique art house on Bimini, built out of shells and recycled materials.

SS Sapona Shipwreck

A visible wreck of a concrete ship south of Bimini that became a famous dive destination.

Nature

Goose River

A wide tidal creek in North Andros that winds through mangrove forests.

More places

Grand Bahama Shipyard

A major facility for ship repair and marine services.

Freeport Industrial Park

The classic industrial and warehouse zone of Freeport.

Rand Nature Centre

A 100-acre nature preserve in Freeport that serves as a major birding site and educational center.

Port Lucaya Marina

A marina harbor for tourism, provisioning, and leisure traffic.

Dolphins at Sanctuary Bay

A large, naturalistic facility in Freeport where visitors can interact with Atlantic spotted dolphins.

West End Ferry Port

A ferry terminal connecting Grand Bahama and Florida.

Sea Grape Harvesting

Sea grapes (Coccoloba uvifera) grow wild along the coasts of The Bahamas.

Grand Bahama's Pine Barrens

Vast tracts of Caribbean pine forest that cover much of the interior of Grand Bahama.